Description
A quick and flavorful chili lime flank steak recipe that combines zesty lime juice and bold chili spices for a delicious meal ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for grilling or skillet cooking, this low lactose dish is easy to prepare and melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Flank Steak
- 1.5 lbs flank steak
Marinade
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate Steak: Coat the flank steak evenly with the marinade ensuring the spices cover the meat thoroughly. For best results, marinate for at least 30 minutes or optionally overnight for deeper flavor infusion.
- Preheat Cooking Surface: Heat a grill or skillet to medium-high heat to ensure a perfect sear and proper cooking temperature for the steak.
- Cook Steak: Place the marinated flank steak on the grill or skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side to achieve medium-rare doneness, adjusting time slightly for preferred doneness.
- Rest and Slice: Remove the steak from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then slice against the grain to maximize tenderness before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the steak overnight.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder to control the heat level.
- Serve with fresh lime wedges for an added burst of citrus.
